Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLS) -- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
About The Position
The Medical Laboratory Technologist will perform a variety of laboratory procedures to examine and analyze body fluids, tissues, and cells; analyze chemical content of fluids; perform blood bank type and screens and cross match blood. Test for drug levels in the blood to show how a patient is responding to treatment. Use and maintain automated equipment and instruments used in performing tests, as well as microscopes, cell counters, and other equipment. Perform quality control daily and maintain proper documentation. Able to perform basic troubleshooting functions on analyzers. Able to recognize adulterated specimens and determine acceptability for testing.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field such as Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science from an accredited institution is required.
- Current certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) is required.
Responsibilities
- Read and follow all Standard Operating Procedures of the Laboratory.
- Follow all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to the hospital laboratory environment and patient care areas of the hospital. This includes following OSHA mandates for work safety, State of Oregon Health Division policies, CLIA policies and procedures, AAB standards, and the policies of any other regulatory body when notified.
- Maintain absolute confidentiality concerning patient information.
- Performance of Phlebotomy using proper aseptic technique on all age groups of patients.
- Utilize the LIS system to order, result, and retrieve laboratory results.
- Process specimens and send-out testing when necessary.
- Perform waived, low complexity, moderate complexity, and high complexity lab testing on a variety of computer-based analyzers and using established manual methods as trained.
- Maintain performance and documentation of control procedures as directed.
- Perform preventive maintenance and calibrate instruments.
- Take inventory as scheduled or requested.
- Prepare media solutions and reagents for use in the laboratory, and dispose of contaminated material in a safe manner.
- Maintain work areas in a clean, orderly and secure manner.
- Maintain cooperative working relationship with hospital staff, patients, other organizations, and the public to provide quality customer service in a courteous manner.
Benefits
- Full comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD/STD, 401A w/ Match, PTO, Tuition reimbursement, and NHCS, a loan repayment program for qualified personnel.
- Generous Sign on bonus of $10,000
- Relocation assistance possible as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
